The Philadelphia Citizen

Your Guide to the 2026 General Election

All the candidates — including PA governor and U.S. reps — on the ballot on November 3rd


Restaurants

Welcome to Philly’s Italian Renaissance

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Restaurants

Bizarre Silk City Incident Takes Bad Service to a Whole New Level

City Life

14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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Be Well Philly

Philly Boutique Gyms Petition to Reopen in Yellow Phase

Personal training studios in Philly are urging Governor Wolf to separate them from big-box gyms in his phasing plan.

City Life

White People, I Still Don’t Believe You

Fighting against racism is about more than performative empathy; it’s about redistributing power. Until that happens, all of this presumed progress is a big white lie.

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City Life

In 2014, a Havertown Eye Doctor Went to Jail for Growing Pot. Now He’d Like His Life Back

Paul Ezell says he was growing marijuana to help his wife manage pain. But what happens now that medical marijuana is legal?

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City Life

The Best Thing This Week: We Voted

In the midst of everything, Philadelphians stood up for democracy.

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City Life

Let’s Talk About Race: Resources for White Philadelphians Who Are Ready to Actually Do Something About Racism and Anti-Blackness

To quote Michelle Obama, “Race and racism is a reality that so many of us grow up learning to just deal with. But if we ever hope to move past it, it can’t just be on people of color to deal with it.”

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Property

Just Listed at the Shore: Arts and Crafts Bungalow in Strathmere

This house like no other is a true Strathmere legend.


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Your Guide to the 2026 General Election

Your Guide to the 2026 General Election

All the candidates — including PA governor and U.S. reps — on the ballot on November 3rd.

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

Our highly anticipated guide to the most exciting, compelling, and provocative restaurants in Philly


Restaurants

Philly Chefs Host Food Drive to Feed Underserved Communities

The team behind Cooking for the Culture, a platform for black culinary professionals, is organizing food drives after the city shut down food distribution sites.

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City Life

“Our Nightmares Are Different, But Our Dreams Are the Same”

Urban League president and CEO Andrea Custis and ADL regional director Shira Goodman share their perspectives.

City Life

Meet The 2.5 Percent: Philly’s Black Business Owners in Fashion

In Philly, where only 2.5 percent of businesses are black-owned, these entrepreneurs have overcome more obstacles than most.

Chef Luan Tota who says he is reopening Branzino for outdoor seating on Friday against Mayor Kenney's orders
City Life

“I’m Opening the Restaurant and If Mayor Kenney Doesn’t Like It, He Can Come Get Me”

It seemed like Philly restaurants would be allowed to offer outdoor seating beginning on Friday, June 5th. The key word being “seemed.”

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Restaurants

Di Bruno Bros. Is Facing Backlash From Its Own Employees and the Philadelphia Police

The iconic Philly market faced criticism from its staff on Wednesday for offering free lunches to on-duty police officers. They have since revoked the policy and apologized, angering police.

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The Best Fall Festivals to Check Out This Season in Philly

The Best Fall Festivals to Check Out This Season in Philly

Mark your calendars to celebrate, eat, and explore your way through Philly.

Best of Philly 2026

Best of Philly 2026

Please give a warm welcome to Best of Philly 2026: Everything you want, didn’t know you needed, and should check out in Philadelphia right now.


This contemporary-yet-traditional townhouse has just a hint of Mediterranean charm about it. It's at 1925-27 Naudain St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19146 | Photos: Shawn May via Alon Seltzer, Compass, except where noted
Property

Just Listed: Double-Wide Townhouse in Rittenhouse

Suburban space and privacy on an extra-large city lot.

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City Life

Philly Restaurant Poe’s Sandwich Joint Refuses to Serve Police

“I realize I am not being a good businessman,” says owner N.A. Poe, an ex-felon. “I am being an activist, and this is a battleground.”

Restaurants

Philadelphia Black-Owned Restaurants You Can Order From Right Now

Support Philly’s black-owned businesses — restaurants included.

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Restaurants

Hungry Pigeon Chef Scott Schroeder In Hot Water Over “Black America” Comments

“I fucked up,” Schroeder told us, later emailing a statement, which appears here in its entirety.

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